FINAL TERMINAL EXAMINATION 2025
By Prem Sir 9470710586
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| Subject- History |
A. Fill in the Blanks
- History and Prehistory are the two divisions of history based on written records.
- In the Mesolithic Age, humans mainly practiced a hunter-gatherer lifestyle but also began to experiment with farming.
- The invention of the wheel allowed for easier transportation of goods and helped develop early trade.
- The Harappan Civilization is also known as the Indus Valley Civilization.
- The Rigveda is the oldest of the four Vedas and contains hymns dedicated to various deities.
B. MCQs
- B. Use of fire
- B. Development of small, sharp tools called microliths
- C. Beginning of farming and herding
- B. Development of writing scripts
- C. Rigveda
C. Assertion and Reason
- C. Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
- B. Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
D. Case Study
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The people in the Neolithic settlement were likely farmers and herders. They used farming tools, domesticated animals for food and labor, and made pottery for storage and cooking. Additional evidence such as house structures, irrigation systems, and burial sites could provide more insights into their daily lives.
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Time Calculation: Each 15° longitude = 1 hour difference. Since 45°E is 3 hours ahead of the Prime Meridian, the local time there would be 3:00 PM when it's 12:00 PM at 0° longitude.
E. Logical Thinking Skills
- Coins help archaeologists study ancient economies, trade routes, rulers, and even technological advancements in metallurgy.
- Mesolithic tools were sharper, smaller, and more advanced than Paleolithic tools, including microliths for arrows and spears.
- The domestication of animals provided food, labor, and transportation, allowing early humans to settle and farm.
F. HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills)
- In the Vedic Age, education was important for learning scriptures, rituals, and philosophy. It was provided through gurukuls, where students stayed with teachers.
- The planned layout of Harappan cities shows advanced urban planning, drainage systems, and organized administration.
- The shift from hunting-gathering to farming led to permanent settlements, population growth, and social development.
G. Reasoning
- Monuments and buildings help archaeologists understand architecture, culture, and historical events.
- The Mesolithic Age was a transition from hunting-gathering to farming, introducing new tools and domesticated animals.
- Sacrifices and rituals were important in the Vedic Age to please gods, ensure prosperity, and maintain religious traditions.
H. Short Answer Questions
- Multiple sources like literary texts and archaeology provide a more complete understanding of history.
- Neolithic tools show advancements in engineering, metallurgy, and agricultural techniques.
- Harappan City Sketch: Features like the Great Bath, grid-like streets, and drainage systems reflect a well-planned urban society.
I. MCQs (NEET-Based)
- B. Mars
- A. A group of stars forming a recognizable pattern
- B. Rotation
J. Fill in the Blanks
- The galaxy in which our solar system is located is called the Milky Way.
- Latitude measures the distance of a place north or south of the Equator.
- The longest day of the year is known as the Summer solstice.
K. Match the Following
- a) Equinox - 1) Equal day and night
- b) Revolution - 2) Causes seasons
- c) Galaxy - 3) A system of stars, gas, and dust
L. True or False
- False (Revolution causes seasons, not day and night)
- False (The moon has different phases)
- True (Longitude lines run from North to South)
M. HOTS
- If the Earth’s axis was not tilted, there would be no seasons, and all places would experience similar temperatures throughout the year.
- The length of daylight changes because of the Earth's tilt and revolution around the Sun.
- If the Earth stopped rotating, one side would always face the Sun, causing extreme temperatures and climate changes.
N. Assertion and Reason
- D. Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
- A. Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
O. Logical Thinking Skills
- Scientists use light-years instead of kilometers because space distances are too vast.
- Different places experience seasons at different times due to Earth’s tilt and revolution.
P. Reasoning
- The equator is hotter than the poles because it receives direct sunlight year-round.
- Constellations appear to change position because the Earth moves around the Sun.
Q. Art Integrated Questions
- Solar System Drawing: Should include all planets in order from the Sun.
- Phases of the Moon Drawing: Explains how the Moon changes from new moon to full moon.
R. Integrated Subject Questions
- The Moon’s phases affect ocean tides through gravitational pull.
- Ancient sailors used constellations like the North Star for navigation.
S. Short Answer Questions
- Seasons on Earth occur because of Earth's tilt while revolving around the Sun.
- Rotation is the Earth's spin on its axis, while revolution is its orbit around the Sun.
T. Long Answer Questions
- Phases of the Moon: The Moon orbits Earth, reflecting sunlight in different ways, creating phases.
- Latitude and Longitude: Latitude measures north-south, and longitude measures east-west to locate places.
U. Critical Thinking Skills
- If Earth’s rotation sped up, days would be shorter, gravity could weaken, and climate changes would occur.
- If the Sun’s energy output decreased, Earth’s temperature would drop, causing an ice age.
V. Case Study
- The Midnight Sun occurs because the Earth’s tilt causes Polar Regions to receive continuous sunlight for months during summer.
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